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WorksheetsAustralia's Sporting Identity
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Define the term 'sport'
An activity involving skill in the art of moving from one area to the next.
An activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.
Being able to adapt and change your mind depending on the situation
Australia's sporting history has been known as _______________ throughout time.
Average
Successful in all sports
Weak and unsuccessful
Excellent, considering the population
What city in Australia first hosted the modern Olympic Games?
Adelaide
Sydney
Perth
Melbourne
Which country has had the biggest impact on the sporting identity of Australia?
United States of America
Great Britain
Russia
New Zealand
How is sport perceived in Australia?
Not important
A major aspect of the community
A chore that must be done
Nobody actually watches it or enjoys it
Sporting events can be sorted into three categories. They are:
School and Non-School
Local, Public and Club
Competitive and Non-Competitive
Local, National and International
There are many factors that influence sport in Australia. Which of these is NOT a factor?
Media
Players, Spectators and Officials
Taxes
Cultural Background
Participation rates and success in sport between 1970 and 2019 for female athletes have _________________
Increased
Decreased
No change
A tennis player receives sponsorship and payment for winning a tournament. This is known as ______________ sport.
Amateur
Semi-Professional
Professional
Club Sport
True or False. Your cultural background determines which sporting endeavours you participate in.
True
False
True or False. 'Adventure Sports' are the biggest growth market for females participating in sports in Australia.
True
False
What year did Sydney host the Olympic Games?
1999
2000
2001
2002
What medal did Cathy Freeman receive in the 400m Final of the Sydney Olympic Games?
Silver
Bronze
Equal Gold
Gold
Greater coverage of the Women's Big Bash League has resulted in.
Equal pay for female cricketers
Increased participation rates in cricket in Australia for female athletes
Significant changes in the techniques of male cricketers around Australia
All of the above
True or False. The Matilda's receive equal pay for representing Australia at a national level to the Socceroos.
True
False
True or False. Sport has helped promote our symbols, emblems and colours, based on Australian flora and fauna, and have contributed to a burgeoning national consciousness.
True
False
Which two animals are on the Australian Coat of Arms?
Echidna and Wallaby
Emu and Echidna
Kangaroo and Emu
Kangaroo and Blue Tongue Lizard
This athlete has represented Australia in both Soccer and Cricket
Tim Cahill
Elyse Perry
Ricky Ponting
Ash Barty
Participating in sport for no financial gain is known as.
Recreational
Leisure
Amateur
Professional
The AIS is the ________________________ and is responsible for the development of Australian athletes in a range of sports.
Australian Institute of Sporting Protocols
Australian Institute of Sporting Awareness
Australian Institute of Sailing
Australian Institute of Sport
